Mariners' Lazaro Montes showing why he's hyped slugging prospect in spring training

The Seattle Mariners' farm system is full of talent, and one of the most exciting young players is outfielder Lazaro Montes. The experts of MLB.com have named him the Mariners' top power-hitting prospect for 2025, and for good reason.

Standing at 6 feet 3 inches with a powerful left-handed swing, Montes has already drawn comparisons to some of the game’s top sluggers. Just as a clue, he's been given the nickname "Baby Yordan." His ability to launch towering home runs while also maintaining solid plate discipline makes him a rare and valuable prospect. Mariners fans have high hopes that he will become a key part of the team’s future, possibly anchoring the middle of the lineup for years to come.

Montes' performance this spring has only added to the excitement. He crushed a three-run homer off the center field batters eye on Monday, helping the Mariners rally for a 12-8 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.

That kind of power is exactly what fans want to see from a young prospect working his way toward the majors. It’s not just about raw power though—Montes is showing an advanced approach at the plate, which is a great sign for his future. After struggling with strikeouts early on after his promotion to High-A Everett, he settled in and looked a lot more comfortable in the last half of his time there.

Montes’ towering home run from Monday left many on X (formerly Twitter) in awe over the pure power this 20-year-old possesses. It was an absolute no-doubt shot, the kind of home run that makes people stop what they’re doing and watch. It’s moments like these that remind everyone why he’s considered one of the most exciting young hitters in a Mariners farm system that is loaded with offensive talent even beyond him.

With the regular season approaching, anticipation for Montes continues to grow. His combination of power, patience, and clutch hitting makes him a must-watch prospect. If he keeps developing at this pace, it won’t be long before he’s launching home runs at T-Mobile Park. Mariners fans have plenty to look forward to, and Montes could be a big part of the team’s success in the near future.